Redmi Note 12T Pro vs Xiaomi 18 Pro Max
The Redmi Note 12T Pro (2023) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 8200, while the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max (2026) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Extreme Gen 6. By overall MobileRank rating, the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max leads — 92/100 vs 58/100 (a 34-point difference). Key differences: the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max has the bigger battery (8500 mAh vs 5080); the main camera is 64 MP vs 200 MP; the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max is faster in AnTuTu (5,001,234 vs 1,207,095); the Redmi Note 12T Pro is noticeably lighter (200g vs 235g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Redmi Note 12T Pro
Xiaomi 18 Pro Max
What makes Redmi Note 12T Pro better?
- Higher refresh rate: 144Hz vs 120Hz
- Lighter: 200g vs 235g
- Better portability (50/100 vs 33/100)
What makes Xiaomi 18 Pro Max better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 5001234 vs 1207095
- Better Geekbench Single: 4327 vs 1239
- Better Geekbench Multi: 12873 vs 3962
- Bigger battery: 8500 vs 5080 mAh
- Faster charging: 100W vs 67W
- Better main camera: 200MP vs 64MP
- Higher performance (100/100 vs 64/100)
- Better camera (100/100 vs 43/100)
- Longer battery life (92/100 vs 54/100)
- Better display (82/100 vs 77/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Redmi Note 12T Pro vs the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max, the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max scores 34 points higher (92/100 vs 58/100). In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max leads (100/100 vs 64/100). In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max leads (100/100 vs 43/100). In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max leads (92/100 vs 54/100). In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 12T Pro (100/100 vs 64/100). In the "display" category, the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max is a bit better (82/100 vs 77/100). In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 12T Pro (100/100 vs 43/100). In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 12T Pro (92/100 vs 54/100). In the "portability" category, the Redmi Note 12T Pro notably outperforms the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max (50/100 vs 33/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Redmi Note 12T Pro | Xiaomi 18 Pro Max | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Dimensity 8200 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Extreme Gen 6 | |
| AnTuTu | 1207095 | 5001234 | |
| Geekbench Single | 1239 | 4327 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 3962 | 12873 | |
| Display | 6.6" IPS LCD | 6.9" LTPO AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 1080x2460 | 1208x2624 | |
| Refresh rate | 144 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 5080 mAh | 8500 mAh | |
| Charging | 67W | 100W | |
| Wireless charging | 0W | 50W | |
| Main camera | 64 MP | 200 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 8 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 200 MP | |
| Front camera | 16 MP | 50 MP | |
| RAM | 8GB / 12GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 128GB / 256GB / 512GB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 13, MIUI 14 | Android 17 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 650 nits | 4000 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP53 | IP68/IP69 | |
| Dimensions | 163.6×74.3×8.9 mm | 163.4×77.6×8.4 mm | |
| Weight | 200 g | 235 g | |
| Launch price | — | $986 |
Camera comparison
Redmi Note 12T Pro
- Main: 64MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 16MP
Xiaomi 18 Pro Max
- Main: 200MP f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 200MP
- Front: 50MP
Display comparison
Redmi Note 12T Pro
- 6.6" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 1080x2460
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Xiaomi 18 Pro Max
- 6.9" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 1208x2624
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Redmi Note 12T Pro
- 5080 mAh
- Wired: 67W
- No wireless charging
Xiaomi 18 Pro Max
- 8500 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- Wireless: 50W
Overall performance score
We compared Redmi Note 12T Pro and Xiaomi 18 Pro Max, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Xiaomi 18 Pro Max leads Redmi Note 12T Pro by 75.9% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Redmi Note 12T Pro
Price unknownDetailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 12T Pro (100/100 vs 64/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max is a bit better (82/100 vs 77/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 12T Pro (100/100 vs 43/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 12T Pro (92/100 vs 54/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Redmi Note 12T Pro notably outperforms the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max (50/100 vs 33/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Redmi Note 12T Pro or the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max?
The Xiaomi 18 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 12T Pro by 34 points (92/100 vs 58/100).
What is the rating of the Redmi Note 12T Pro and the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max?
The Redmi Note 12T Pro has a MobileRank rating of 58/100, the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max — 92/100.
Which has the better camera: the Redmi Note 12T Pro or the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max?
The Xiaomi 18 Pro Max leads on camera score (100/100 vs 43/100).
Which is more powerful: the Redmi Note 12T Pro or the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max?
The Xiaomi 18 Pro Max leads on performance (100/100 vs 64/100).
Should you choose the Redmi Note 12T Pro over the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max?
The Redmi Note 12T Pro is a better fit for active users. The Xiaomi 18 Pro Max is a better fit for gamers and power users, mobile photography enthusiasts, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers.